Maddipadu
Maddipadu is a Town and Mandal in Prakasam District of Andhra Pradesh. In India, a mandal is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Maddipadu Block (CD) is 05127. The total area of Maddipadu Mandal is 167 km². Maddipadu has a sex ratio of approximately 1001 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Maddipadu Mandal
Maddipadu Mandal has a total of 20 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Maddipadu Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Annangi | Annangi | Ongole (26 km) |
| 2 | Doddavaram | Doddavaram | Ongole (25 km) |
| 3 | Doddavarappadu | Doddavarappadu | Ongole (8 km) |
| 4 | Edugundlapadu | Yedugundlapadu | Ongole (7 km) |
| 5 | Gadiyapudi | Ghadiyapudi | Ongole (26 km) |
| 6 | Garlapadu | Garlapadu | Ongole (17 km) |
| 7 | Gundla Palle | Gundlapalli | Ongole (20 km) |
| 8 | Inamanamellur | Basavannapalem | Ongole (13 km) |
| 9 | Keerthi Padu | Keerthipadu | Ongole (18 km) |
| 10 | Kolachanakota | Kolachanakota | Ongole (17 km) |
| 11 | Lingamgunta | Lingamgunta | Ongole (2 km) |
| 12 | Maddipadu | Maddipadu | Ongole (14 km) |
| 13 | Mallavaram | Mallavaram | Ongole (20 km) |
| 14 | Nandipadu | Nandipadu | Ongole (18 km) |
| 15 | Nelatur | Nelaturu | Ongole (21 km) |
| 16 | Peda Kotha Palle | Pedakothapalli | Ongole (11 km) |
| 17 | Rachavari Palem | Nagannapalem | Ongole (20 km) |
| 18 | Seetharampuram | Seetharampuram | Ongole (12 km) |
| 19 | Vellam Palle | Vellampalli | Ongole (16 km) |
| 20 | Venkateswarapuram | Mallavaram | Ongole (20 km) |
Population of Maddipadu Mandal
The population profile of Maddipadu Mandal offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Maddipadu Mandal's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 52,353 | 52,353 | N/A |
| Male Population | 26,155 | 26,155 | N/A |
| Female Population | 26,198 | 26,198 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,220 | 5,220 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,731 | 2,731 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,489 | 2,489 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 30,406 | 30,406 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 17,295 | 17,295 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 13,111 | 13,111 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 21,947 | 21,947 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 8,860 | 8,860 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 13,087 | 13,087 | N/A |
| Total Households | 14,130 | 14,130 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 52,353 people. Includes nearly 26,155 males and 26,198 females. Rural population is about 52,353 people.
- There are around 5,220 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 2,731 boys and 2,489 girls.
- Literate population is about 30,406 people. Non-literate population is around 21,947 people.
- There are nearly 14,130 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Maddipadu Mandal, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 19,553 | 19,553 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 9,849 | 9,849 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 9,704 | 9,704 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 1,509 | 1,509 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 793 | 793 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 716 | 716 | N/A |
| Population Density | 313 / km² | 313 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Maddipadu Mandal is approximately 19,553 people, including 9,849 males and 9,704 females. Around 19,553 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Maddipadu Mandal is about 1,509 people, including 793 males and 716 females. Around 1,509 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 313 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 313 people per sq. km.